Patient's question:
About two days ago, blisters appeared on both sides of the mouth, which were quite painful; blisters also appeared on the hands; the whole body was quite itchy; when eating sweets, a lot of water had to be drunk, and there were frequent trips to the bathroomDoctor's answer:
Hand, foot, and mouth disease is an infectious disease caused by enteroviruses, commonly occurring in children. The most effective treatment for hand, foot, and mouth disease is traditional Chinese medicine. Generally, it involves a combination of oral medication and topical application to the mouth. Patients without complications can be cured within about a week, with a good prognosis. Antiviral drugs can also be used for treatment.It is important to have the child rinse their mouth with warm water at regular intervals. Avoid eating cold, spicy, or irritating foods, as well as salty foods, to prevent pain and refusal to eat. The diet should be easy to digest, with light, soft, and warm meals. Drinking plenty of warm water is also recommended.